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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1917

Page

9

Drought Relief Bill Sent To Senate In Texas

The drought relief measure for western Texas counties passes the House and goes to the Senate. It allows counties to issue bonds for distressed farmers rather than a direct state appropriation, with Senate substitution possible. Another deficiency bill totaling about $20,000, and specific liquor license refunds for Dallas area, also passes. Leadership plans for a legislative inquiry into state departments are in flux awaiting committee appointments.

Austin Tex House Senate Farroes Neensen Dallas State Department of Agriculture

Senate and House Work Slow on Probers and Deficit Bills

The article notes reluctance among senators to service on committees and a cautious approach to a statewide probe. President Dean expects months for full investigations, with experts to audit departments. Acting Governor Hobby seeks funds to pay deficiency warrants and allows Brewster County to issue long term bonds to cover road and bridge debt. The Senate backstopped a home guard bill, awaiting House action, with sheriff administered guard formation and return of arms when not active.

Ily Gonzales House Dean Senate Hobby Brewster County Free Conference Committee Senate Home Guard

Fraser Tailoring Co Signage Message at 10k West Commerce St

Military and civilian tailor Fraser Tailoring Co operates on its own premises at 10k West Commerce Street. The ad notes services for both military and civilian teams and emphasizes in-house tailoring.

Fraser Tailoring CO Comerce St

Notable Visitors Arrive at Local Hotels and Churches

A string of visitors is recorded at San Antonio hotels and churches. Among arrivals are Mr and Mrs J A Herring of Sour Lake Texas at the Menger and Mrs Crom of San Marcos at the Lanter. Also noted are W M Whelan of Houston at the Laules Hotel and W A Campbell of Cambridge at The St Anthony.

Mew Chimp Trackettyidle Gunter Hotel Mra Scaniin St. Louie Laser I George Hrandon Dallas Menger Aira J. Bixler Mise T. Bixler Wissian Mro J. A. Herring Sour Leke Tax Ara Menmern B. Duncan Washinton D.C Guinan Crom San Marcon Thn Lanter A Fe Fayliad Sorantica Meneer Havel Tu Tandrom Max Prancen Mien Erate Ravan Sa Benita Fegisterstat Ginter Imuineltion San Antonio Mec Leaner Austin Mewree S.J Walton Clewarnon St. Anthony

Recruits Arrive as National Army Camp Travis Receives Men

Nearly 4000 soldiers expected by midnight as second confinement of the national army moves into Camp Travis. Detachments arrive from Kinney Val Verde Keal Edwards and Marling counties. Rain baptism accompanies San Antonio recruits arriving by noon. Heavy showers disrupt briefing as doctors screen for contagions and assign men to brigade headquarters.

National Army Travis San Antonio Eamp Southern Pacific Kinney Val Verde Keal Edwards Marling Board Dan Brigada Besar County Xend Si Leen District Board John Alfred Tirner Lie Southwestern Telegrah & Telephone Gompatyy Dixtriel Uta Theol Prelile Texas Tua

I Was Hardly Fit For A Thing Says Mrs Spill er

Mrs L E Spiller of 02 Avenue in San Antonio recounts a long illness with poor appetite digestion and weakness. After trying Taniye her condition improved allowing normal eating weight gain and better sleep. The remedy is sold in San Antonio by Wagner Drug Store and Meier's Pharmacy under a special Caniac representative.

L. E. Spiller O01 Avenue 2 Southern Pacific Folds San Antonio Wagner Drug Meier Caniac

Recruits Depart Medina County In Val Verde Progress

Ninety five men from Medina County left Val Verde County at 2 o clock Wednesday morning. They were organized by county and sent to Receiving Station for preliminary medical examination. Recruits face assignment to brigades, regiments, and eventual hospital or training camps as needed. Major K. T. Phintey leads the receiving details with Captain J. B. Carson and various corps lieutenants assisting.

BR Bvile Clare Cael Elvis Wil Arnau Bretwon Voaiden Cowbey Tern Cay Avery Syed Webb Shagkletord Turemt San A Wong San Antoni Husnital K. T. Phintey J. &. Carson Husnit WI Eudlist Manel Caulouments Canlonments Evel Remount Quartermaster Corps Mmp Regu

Petrograd Officials Resign Amid Maximalist Action

In Petrograd a plenary session of the Soldiers and Workers council led to resignations from the whale bureau including President Toheaze and Vice Presidents Awnismoff and Goltz along with ministers Skoheleff Treneletti and Tohernott. Delegates announced a plan to convene a general conference of organized democracy to establish a strong revolutionary power until the constituent assembly. The Cossack incident is expected to be resolved sub sequently.

Fprtrogran Petrograd Toheaze Awnismoff Goltz Skoheleff Treneletti Tohernott

Woman found dead with throat cut in Braman scene

In Braman Connecticut on September 1 Mrs Anza Tobin, 25, was found in the street with her throat cut. Nearby, W. d. Wise, linked to the Fort Slo cum Quartermaster's Dept, also had a cut throat. Tobin's husband John J. Telly was detained as authorities weigh murder and possible suicide. Later Tobin was released. Wise faces a murder charge.

New Brman Conn Anza Tobin W. d. Wise Fort Slo+ cum John J. Telly Tobin Wise

Riot at election sparks unrest in Philadelphia city race

Fragmented report outlines chaotic scenes at an election day event in Philadelphia where violence and arrests occurred amid party faction clashes. The chaotic scene involved police response, damaged property, and heightened political tension as candidates and supporters clashed.

Philadelphia Floot Reepublican Rns

California Syrup of Figs Promoted for Constipation Relief

A vintage advertisement warns mothers that a coated tongue signals constipation in children and promotes California Syrup of Figs as a safe, effective remedy. It claims the syrup cleanses stomach, liver, and bowels, promising quick relief within hours and praising its natural, gentle action for babies and older children.

Chidren Hax California Catifornia Vig Syrup Company

Charms of Children Shown in Fashionable Dress Range

A child focused clothing line emphasizes charm in dress for youngsters ages six to sixteen. The store offers a specialized service and knowledge of children’s needs with top manufacturers, presenting autumn assortments for school girls. Mothers are urged to stock a half year wardrobe before prices rise.

Dresses for girls 6 to 16 span 1 to 5 styles and prices

Tub dresses priced from 3.95 to 15 dollars offer a wide range of regulation and novelty fashions with hand-smocking embroidery and contrasting collars. Gingham empire dresses, long sleeves, 6 to 14 years, 1 to 5.95 dollars. Sweaters for cool mornings may appear, sizes 6 to 16. Various fabrics including French linen Devonshire cloth and broadcloth with sporty vests priced 1 to 8.95 dollars.

Special Savings on Home Linens by the Dozen Groups

Home Linens offers reduced prices across ten groups. Towels range from 9 to 17 cents for various sizes, with 27 inch Birdseye fabrics at 1.98 per 10 yards, counterpanes at 1.10, Ripplette spreads 1.89, sheets 0.79, pillowcases 0.18, and scarves 0.33 to 0.35, all labeled Second Floor.

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